Finnair Expands European Network to Australia

Finnair has announced plans to launch flights to Melbourne in autumn 2026, marking its first entry into the Australian market. The airline will operate daily flights via Bangkok using an Airbus A350 aircraft. The route connects Helsinki to Melbourne, offering a unique bridge between the northern and southern hemispheres. Finnair expects the new route to appeal to travelers from Europe and Australia, and will open for booking on December 18, 2025. The airline’s network for 2026 comprises 93 European destinations, 11 Asian destinations, seven North American destinations, and two in the Middle East. This development was first reported by AeroTime.